Nonprofit Development Recruiting to Advance Your Impact

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Scion Nonprofit Staffing

Navigate the recruitment landscape confidently and find the perfect fit for your nonprofit’s fundraising endeavors.

Expert Nonprofit Development Recruiting to Advance Your Impact

Locating, evaluating, and hiring exceptional development staff takes considerable planning and resources for most nonprofits. That is why we invest time every day to expand our private candidate pipeline, and network with leading fundraising executives and development experts locally and nationally, as well as attend large-scale events on an ongoing basis on behalf of our clients. By staying exceptionally active in the nonprofit community we can connect our clients with the best fundraising and development talent on the market.

Since 2006, Scion Nonprofit Staffing has been placing fundraising professionals at prestigious nonprofits, foundations, associations, healthcare and educational institutions. We have worked with clients throughout the United States to conduct development searches with nonprofit organizations with a wide variety of mission focuses.

Experience the difference with Scion’s holistic approach to nonprofit fundraising recruitment

Development Roles We Recruit For:


Development Leadership

  • Chief Development Officer (CDO)
  • Chief Advancement Officer
  • Vice President of Development
  • Director of Development (DoD)
  • Development Officer
  • Development Manager

Major & Individual Giving

  • Major Gifts Officer
  • Individual Giving Officer
  • Planned Giving Officer / Director
  • Leadership Gifts Officer
  • Legacy Giving Specialist
  • Donor Relations Manager
  • Director of Individual Giving
  • Gift Officer (General)
  • Principal Gifts Officer

Philanthropy & Grantmaking 

  • Chief Philanthropy Officer
  • Chief Program Officer (CPO)
  • Vice President of Philanthropy
  • Program Manager
  • Program Assistant
  • Program Coordinator

Corporate & Foundation Giving

  • Corporate Giving Manager
  • Foundation Relations Manager
  • Corporate Partnerships Officer
  • Institutional Giving Manager
  • Director of Corporate & Foundation Relations
  • Grant Writer / Grant Specialist
  • Grants Manager
  • Director of Institutional Giving
  • Development Writer

Digital & Marketing-Aligned Fundraising

  • Digital Fundraising Manager
  • Director of Digital Strategy (Fundraising Focus)
  • Online Giving Manager
  • Email Campaign Specialist (Fundraising)
  • Crowdfunding Campaign Manager
  • Peer-to-Peer Fundraising Manager
  • Social Media Fundraising Coordinator

Annual Giving & Membership

  • Annual Fund Manager
  • Director of Annual Giving
  • Membership Manager
  • Donor Stewardship Coordinator
  • Alumni Relations Coordinator (esp. for education)
  • Annual Campaign Specialist

Events & Campaigns

  • Development Events Manager
  • Fundraising Events Coordinator
  • Special Events Manager
  • Gala Manager
  • Capital Campaign Director
  • Campaign Manager (Annual, Capital, or Special Projects)

Database, Operations & Support

  • Development Operations Manager
  • Development Coordinator
  • Fundraising Database Administrator
  • Donor Services Coordinator
  • Development Associate
  • Prospect Researcher
  • Advancement Services Manager
  • CRM Specialist (Raiser’s Edge, Salesforce NPSP, etc.)
  • Development Analyst

Other Development Specialties

  • Development consultants
  • Capitol campaign consultants
  • AI/automation experts
  • Development creative expert
  • Development marketing professionals
  • Data Analysts
  • Ecommerce

What Sets Scion Apart

Development Recruiting Experts

We have nearly two decades of experience and a deep understanding of the nonprofit sector and the specific HR skills and experience that are essential for success.

Local and National Candidate Network

We leverage our extensive network of local and national HR professionals and candidates to find top talent that is aligned with your mission and values.

Customized Recruitment Approach

Our team of seasoned nonprofit recruiters provides your organization with a customized approach to recruiting, taking the time to understand your unique needs and goals.

Lasting Partnerships

We are committed to building long-term partnerships with our clients, ensuring that you have the HR talent you need to achieve your mission and long-term goals.

Development leadership

Partner with a Nonprofit Development Recruiting Team That Drives Impact


At Scion Nonprofit Staffing, we take immense pride in curating an exceptional and diverse talent pipeline for our nonprofit clients. As seasoned specialists in recruiting for nonprofit organizations, foundations, and educational institutions, our dedicated team of nonprofit search recruiters brings unparalleled expertise and genuine enthusiasm for advancing your programmatic mission. Your success in finding the perfect hire is not just our goal—it’s our reason for being!

Through our meticulously crafted nonprofit recruitment process, we swiftly and effectively deliver qualified nonprofit professionals who align perfectly with your organization’s needs and objectives. But here’s the best part: With over a decade of experience in cultivating our nonprofit talent network since our establishment in 2006, we’re uniquely positioned to connect you with local candidates faster than any other recruiting resource available.